As you may know, the UIGSE has signed a protocol of agreement with the International Sanctuary of Loreto (more precisely the Pontifical Delegation for the Sanctuary of the Holy House of Loreto, in the North-East of Italy). The service that we offer consists in welcoming pilgrims (mostly at the entrance of the Basilica and in the dining rooms). It is open to rovers or rangers in unit (not individually), leaders in constituted staff, for the months of June, July, August and September 2014. Accommodation and food are free of charge. You must remain at least 3 days, whatever the moment during these 4 months. You may benefit from spiritual guidance provided by a priest of the sanctuary. Work is from 8:30 to 19:00, organized in turns of small teams.

In summer 2013, only Italian rangers (57 girls) answered positively. The result of last year was very good : rangers and persons in charge of the sanctuary were really satisfied.

As it is an international sanctuary, the presence not only of rangers but also of rovers, not only from Italy but also from other countries, would be most welcome. Of course, the Eurojam needs a lot of people on duty but the period of Loreto lasts 4 months, students have long holidays… so it is worth considering this offer seriously !

Italian local leaders are ready to indicate some nice routes in the area, in order to complete your stay, after or before your service.

If you are interested, please contact Paola (loreto@fse.it) for more information. Photo fire Perugia 1

At the traditional rover pilgrimage to Vézelay (France) around All Saint's Day, Cardinal Sarah was present at the 2016 edition [...]

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